Methods for Life Extension of Multi-Storey Car Park Buildings

Multi-storey car park buildings with steel–concrete composite floor structures are widespread in construction due to the distinct benefits of the implemented structural system. Although there are various possibilities for accomplishing composite action between a steel beam and a concrete slab, some solutions, such as friction-grip bolts commonly applied in the 1970s, did not show good durability. An example is the multi-storey car park building “Obilićev venac” in Belgrade. This case study presents two methods for life extension of the car park building structure. Both approaches focus on applying welded headed studs with the primary intention of providing a durable shear connection. While the first method has been applied during the structure’s reconstruction, the second method is proposed as a novel solution for implementation in steel–concrete composite floors. The application of the proposed connection is discussed and the results of the experimental and numerical research conducted are presented.